- *Job Title:** Formulation and Development
- *Location:** Kamothe, Navi Mumbai
- *About Raptech Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.:**
Our activities range from R\&D ,manufacturing \& marketing of finished pharmaceutical formulations of Niche therapeutic segments. Our mission is to be the finest in our line of work and help save and enhance even more lives through our innovations around the globe is what we envisage. We aim to progress towards horizontal and vertical integration in pharmaceutical generic product development. Our state\-of\-the\-art R\&D centre is at the forefront of developing high\-quality generic formulations to meet unmet medical needs globally. We foster a collaborative and dynamic environment where scientific excellence and professional growth are paramount.
The Formulation and Development Scientist will be a key contributor to our R\&D team, responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing pharmaceutical formulations for various dosage forms (e.g., solid oral, liquid oral, parenteral, etc.). This role involves hands\-on laboratory work, scientific experimentation, data analysis, and documentation in a cGMP\-compliant environment. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of pharmaceutical sciences, formulation principles, and an ability to troubleshoot and innovate.
**Formulation Design \& Development including Technology Transfer:**
- Design and execute the development of new pharmaceutical formulations from pre\-formulation to scale\-up stages.
- Conduct pre\-formulation studies to characterize active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.
- Select appropriate excipients and processing technologies based on drug properties and target product profiles.
- Develop and optimize various dosage forms, including but not limited to tablets, capsules, injectables, suspensions, solutions, creams, gels, and transdermal patches.
- Oversee Technology Transfer including finalization of Technology Transfer documentation and Product Development Reports
- Monitor batches formulated at RnD
- Oversee the stability charging program for batches developed in\-house
**Process Development \& Optimization:**
- Develop robust and scalable manufacturing processes for developed formulations.
- Optimize critical process parameters (CPPs) and critical material attributes (CMAs) to ensure product quality and manufacturability.
- Troubleshoot formulation and process challenges, implementing effective solutions.
**Documentation \& Compliance:**
- Maintain meticulous laboratory notebooks and detailed records of the development process, observations, and results.
- Ensure all work is conducted in compliance with cGMP, ICH guidelines, and company policies.
**Collaboration \& Communication:**
- Work collaboratively with cross\-functional teams including Analytical Development, Process Development, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and Manufacturing.
- Present scientific findings and project updates effectively to internal teams and management.
- Stay updated with the latest scientific literature, industry trends, and regulatory requirements related to pharmaceutical formulation.
**Education:**
- B.Pharm,
- Master's in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Industrial Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
**Experience:**
- 6\-7 years of hands\-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation and development within a pharmaceutical R\&D setting.
- Experience with solid and liquid oral dosage forms is highly preferred.
- Experience with technology transfer to manufacturing is a plus.
**Skills \& Competencies:**
- Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of pharmaceutical formulation principles, physical pharmacy, and drug delivery systems.
- Proficiency in operating equipment relevant to formulation development.
- Excellent analytical and problem\-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast\-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Pay: From ₹700,000\.00 per year
Work Location: In person